Throughout this course, you will create a marketing plan for a hypothetical company providing creating a marketing plan for a hypothetical company that provides a product or service. (Remember, you se

Throughout this course, you will create a marketing plan for a hypothetical company providing creating a marketing plan for a hypothetical company that provides a product or service. (Remember, you selected this company and product or service in your Week 1 discussion). For this assignment, you will build a foundation for your marketing plan by creating a situational analysis for your hypothetical company. This will include background information, a mission statement, your company's short-term and long-term goals, a competitive analysis, and a SWOT analysis.

Note: You should make all assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.

Instructions

Complete this assignment using the Week 4 Assignment Template Marketing Plan Part A [DOCX]Download Week 4 Assignment Template Marketing Plan Part A [DOCX].

Step 1: Download the template, and save it as Lastname_Firstname_MKT500_Week4_Assignment.

Step 2: Follow the instructions carefully as you complete the template. Be sure to utilize the resources provided and incorporate the required number of additional resources using Strayer Writing Standards (SWS).

• Use at least two quality sources to support your writing. Choose sources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate. Cite each source listed on your source page at least once within your assignment. For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review the library guide.

Step 3: Review the assignment rubric to ensure you have met all requirements and submit the completed template using the assignment link in your course.